Excellent to hear this from @drjogrady.bsky.social and sure @weachrisbutcher.bsky.social will be letting Jo know all @weaadulted.bsky.social are willing to work with her and her members on this

In terms of the care sector there is another issue. @weaadulted.bsky.social have developed an award winning Step in to Care employability programme with @skillsforcare.bsky.social but the DfE are cutting the Adult Skills Fund by 6% which funds this type of skills development

"The involvement of trusted organisations from the VCS and adult education in developing local plans could achieve a more inclusive approach and reassure communities that their voice is being heard." 5/5

"Adult education organisations have vast experience of supporting people to build their confidence and to find their own pathways. There is justified concern that benefit and employment reforms will be imposed on some vulnerable groups." 4/5

"It is crucial that the lead local authorities draw on this expertise for the benefit of their communities.
Organisations who understand the employment barriers faced by different groups will be the key to a more tailored and person-centred approach to progression into work." 3/5

"The guidance is clear that expertise is needed to understand the factors contributing to unemployment and economic inactivity. We believe it is those organisations working most closely with local communities who will have this expertise." 2/5